Category Archives: Every day life

…An End of an Era: Mother Retires from EPD…

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Wright Flyer Guy

This morning, my brother, Destin, and I received an email from Mother: As of February 3rd, I am retired from the Elwood Police Department. Despite the fact Mother had expressed some consideration along this topic, we were not aware that … Continue reading →

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…The Wonderful Weekend of Rah's…

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Wright Flyer Guy

The weekend was a delightful world-wind of activity, all centered around music and friends! Friday evening after teaching, Quintin and I headed for Beavercreek High School where I served as a judge for the show choir’s invitational. Friday was middle … Continue reading →

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…Enter ANGELS, Stage-Right…

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Wright Flyer Guy

Since childhood I have always sensed energizing, protective, and unseen guiding presences in my life. For several years a lovely lady visited me regularly during my sleep – or at least, what I thought was my sleep. Today, at age … Continue reading →

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Final Blog Entry for 2011…

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Wright Flyer Guy

“The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will.” – Vince Lombardi Well, in 45 minutes the curtain will come down on 2011 and … Continue reading →

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…Television Families…

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Wright Flyer Guy

This morning I happened to view Matt Lauer’s TODAY SHOW interview/reunion with the actors portraying the family from THE WALTONS. It was refreshing and uplifting to see these familiar, albeit, older faces. I found myself smiling throughout the interview as … Continue reading →

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…Quintin featured in national adoption newsletter…

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Wright Flyer Guy

Quintin was featured in HEARTLINES, the national newsletter for The Adoption Exchange. Read the article here: Heartlines Fall 2011

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Birthday over… Thank you…

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Wright Flyer Guy

This morning when I woke, I was greeted by another two dozen well-wishers. Facbook’s new format cannot be too difficult, or too hateful, as I received over 700 birthday greetings. I was so touched by the greetings, and some of … Continue reading →

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An interview with Derek Clark…. INCREDIBLE!

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Wright Flyer Guy

This is a “listen” for all of us… Derek Clark shared with Family By Design his triumphant life through 13 years of foster care and being declared mentally challenged to living the life of his dreams. Derek now inspires and motivates foster … Continue reading →

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What Makes A Good Citizen?

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Wright Flyer Guy

July 4th, 2007, Jose and I were present for the naturalization ceremony that took place on the expansive lawn of Monticello, the mountaintop plantation of President Thomas Jefferson. It was a poignant moment for me since this was also the … Continue reading →

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Being Darin Haas means you are blessed to have Destin Haas as your brother!

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Wright Flyer Guy

Without going into detail, I can honestly say, “I am glad last week is behind me.” I truly value my younger brother, Destin, all the more, as a shining example of what our nation’s education needs in the leadership arena. … Continue reading →

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My corner of the sky…

Posted on December 31, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Everything has its season Everything has its time Show me a reason and I’ll soon show you a rhyme Cats fit on the windowsill Children fit in the snow Why do I feel I don’t fit in anywhere I go? … Continue reading →

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Petroglyphs, Old Town & Zoo…

Posted on December 5, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

The adventure began at 9:00am this morning as we crossed to northwest Albuquerque to hike through Petroglyph National Park – a dead volcano with 6000 year old Native American drawings on the rocks. The two hours of hiking was so enjoyable, … Continue reading →

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Went and climbed a mountain…

Posted on December 4, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

By the time I finished blogging, and uploading photos, it was 12:30am here in New Mexico. However, I was wide awake at 4:30am Ohio time (2:30am NM time). Around 9:00am Jose and I were fully stirring, and planning the day. … Continue reading →

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Crossroads…

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Since my days at Ball State University, I have always marveled at the many individual journeys that meet at particular crossroads throughout our lives. Crossroads are exciting! We never know when certain fellow travelers will cross our own path, joining … Continue reading →

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An early Christmas…

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

At 3:45pm – Albuquerque time – I met my newest son, and Jose met his new brother. It is so amazing how three people – complete strangers – immediately merged as one family. Jose, Valerie (the adoption worker), and I … Continue reading →

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Changes…

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Today, the snow is gently falling here in Kettering for the first time. It seems as though the weather has officially changed into winter. This particular change seems in keeping with life in the Haasienda. Tomorrow morning at 0715 hours, … Continue reading →

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A Day of Thanksgiving…

Posted on November 25, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

What an unusual, yet exciting year! I have received so many blessings this year, and I hope, as an individual, and fellow traveler on Planet Earth, that I have been able to be a blessing to others, as well. My … Continue reading →

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Is anybody there…?

Posted on September 30, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

This week has been saddened by, yet, several more youth suicides due to bullying. Regardless the struggling youth’s issues, we adults – parents, teachers, neighbors, coaches, directors, youth leaders, etc. – need to take the lead in this universal epidemic to … Continue reading →

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UPDATE: Flyer

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

It is Monday night, and the wonderful pet with whom we were prepared to bid farewell is an entirely different creature than the one from last Wednesday through Friday. When we brought her home Friday afternoon, both Jose and I … Continue reading →

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